Is It Safe? Robbed by Knife in Cape Town on Day 1

[@ghostqueen2082]

It is The Purge every single day...I

[@michaelclatworthy8364]

tGhost Queen the guy in the video mentions that the police are under funded [therefore not as reliable as private security]. It has absolutely nothing to do with under funding...it has everything to do with the fact that SAPS is totally corrupt and dangerous. Never call them if you are white and in trouble.

[@billyinwaves]

This is not my experience at all.

[@rahuljin2]

This comment is so ridiculously unintelligent that it's painful. The very definition of sensationalist alarmism above, ladies and gentlemen. What on earth would farm murders have to do with Cape Town? The affected farms were, in general, very far from Cape Town city bowl, and not at all indicative of the experience to expect within Cape Town. It's akin to talking about New York by referring to Jersey City crime statistics. Please understand the political underpinnings of the comment above. This type of rhetoric is associated with a particular (ridiculous) political ideology that posits that South Africa is 'reverse racist' and that whites are in some way targeted (despite the actual balance of resources in the country being precisely the opposite). This ideology is would be the 'Trump supporter' of South Africa.

[@ljroos6565]

Your safety in SA has a lot to do with the way you carry yourself. I'm a 120kg 6'2 Afrikaner, recently visited Cape Town, the streets are MINE when I go on a walk. Africa isn't and has never been for sissies, and the OP picked up experience from the incident, he might not agree but he is better off for it. Dit is al wat ek wil se.

[@yulana990]

@@rahuljin2 Reverse racism doesn't exist, its racism. Clearly you still don't know what racism means if you think racism doesn't exist against whites. And before you bs me and call me white, I'm full middle eastern and live in a small racist white town, but I can also be racist towards them. Don't act smart when you don't even know that. Also, its an internationally known fact that SA has a high crime rate, in many European countries the embassy even recommends to never take the train if you visit SA as a foreigner, never have high valuables visible, if in a suspicious place act normal etc. You can't deny statistics.

[@Medalea]

"Understanding their culture" Sorry but robbing people is never part of a culture, violence and crime are not ok wherever you go.

[@BottomLineUpFront]

Yea, that's a good point.

[@davidrabie]

It's become a culture.

[@silasbishop3055]

Tell that to Baltimore and LA

[@vinnidavinci3932]

@@silasbishop3055 I'm from South Africa and I lived in Baltimore for 10 years. Yes Baltimore is still way safer than Capetown especially in the suburbs and downtown, as long as you avoid the inner city. In Capetown it makes no difference. So you don't know what you talking about.

[@iamjoemomma2]

@@silasbishop3055 It's not "culture" anywhere. Desperate people anywhere engage in criminal conduct. It doesn't matter if it's Baltimore, Cape Town, or Kansas City or Huntsville Alabama. It also doesn't matter the color. I've seen criminals come in all stripes. Sometimes it's because they're desperate and don't see any other way, some times it's just because it's who they are --criminals.

[@rongliu1182]

if there is constant debate about a place being safe. IT IS NOT SAFE.

[@tashwillhartzenberg2726]

U I live there I was born there in my house u dont need to say its not safe only same places

[@sammi159]

Yes, I went to nearby Dunkin Donuts near my hotel immediately after Sunset. I was shocked that most shops closed including Dunkin. It was very scary experience when you see men standing on the sidewalk of streets and keep approaching you and one tried to rob me then second one approached me after short walk and had to run away. I thanked God for getting back to hotel safely. I noticed this danger always after dark as told by people including hotel staff that not safe to walk after dark

[@sammi159]

This visit was 3 years ago to Cape Town, not sure about now

[@startingwithparis1362]

Cape Town is safe! It’s as safe as anywhere else in the world

[@armaanbehal8212]

Cape Town is generally safe for tourists especially in the popular beach/residential areas. Walking around during the day is quite safe. I have lived in Cape Town for 10 years and nothing has ever happened to me when I have been walking. Just don’t flash your expensive items as someone may mugg you. However I don’t recommend walking at night unless you have no choice to as there is an increased risk of something happening to you. Even though the murder rate is very high in Cape Town, most of the murders take place in the townships and not the suburbs, so it is very unlikely you will get murdered or attacked if you stay away from those areas.

[@dawnriddler]

"We're even told that, when they are just watching tv at night, depending where you live, they would lock the door, arm the security and keep a large knife next to them, just in case someone breaks in." If you need to have a knife with you in your own house while watching tv, then the city definitely isn't safe, and no further explanation is needed.

[@acelovesdiyschristopher7023]

I live in Cape Town and I've never seem this in my life woah

[@SimplyFabLife]

This is very strange. To me. Where you need security everywhere to make it "safe". YES this city is obviously pretty dangerous!

[@ERROR204.]

South Africa's apartheid legacy has left it with a particulary complex and racially charged socio-economic situation. The minority white population have a much higher average standard of living and tend to live apart from the general population because although all races are theoretically equal it is overwhelmingly not fiscally feasible for them to purchase in the more preferred areas creating visible disparity and segregation. Having racially charged wealth inequality in a country where the average income is already low is bound to end in crime

[@lorenzomilani9611]

@@ERROR204. it’ s not white fault if they are rich. there are also white ppl in the townships. you are in an african country, obv black are the majority but rich blacks are totally different by poor blacks

[@l.h.tnguyen4916]

Grew up in Joburg and moved to Cape Town. Got robbed 3 times there in 7 years, twice by gunpoint. One guy pulled the trigger but his gun jammed so he clubbed me with the gun. "Safe" is relative. Still Cape Town is not as dangerous as Joburg.

[@esahm373]

SA has Vietnamese? When did your parents arrive? I come from Berlin (with SA roots) where we have a huge Vietnamese community.

[@erikakurten7775]

Just a correction the government doesn’t direct funding to the security companies citizens pay for private security from their own pockets.

[@eduanhugo]

I don't know why you have so many dislikes. I'm a local and you're spot on. Even the "nice" areas have a lot of physical barriers and preventative safety measures. Don't drop your guard - you can never be too safe in South Africa. If you are street smart and stick to the better areas and do not flash valuables around - you'll probably be fine. Unfortunately, it seems to be a trend for them to attack tourists (especially Europeans and Americans) , as tourists commonly let their guard down and they are known to carry valuables.

[@Sabundy]

Probably because while it's true that Cape Town isn't safe, as well as most of South Africa. That's also very true of many parts of the US. The US is hardly THE example of crime free and safe now is it? Plenty of their large cities have crime problems, and areas that are best avoided.

[@davidrabie]

I had 20k worth of equipment, stolen from me in Cape Town out my car boot. I had my radio stolen x3 times separate occasions in Cape Town. I had a sharpened screw driver pull out on me in Cape Town while on the train. My friends have had stuff stolen from them many times. I've had a knife pulled out on me in Stellenbosch. Again many times in Stellenbosch had my car broken into. Have had two group attack incidents where I had to punch people to get away. There is no more Law in South Africa.

[@acelovesdiyschristopher7023]

In stellenbosch?!?! Of all places. Where???

[@AapVanDieKaap]

I've been robbed at least 30 times in Cape Town. It depends on the area. It helps to live somewhere that has at least one or two literate policeman.

[@BottomLineUpFront]

Yikes.

[@Stayyyysilent]

Explain some details how ? Please I’m curious

[@nakkadu]

I met a Female traveller in Tanzania. She drove solo all over Africa, sleeping in her car. Then when she got to Pretoria and parked in a locked carpark and stayed in a hotel.....her car got stolen 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Legend-zg6hb]

White Dutchman here. Am in cape town for work. Love the city! Beautiful country but dangerous indeed. Yesterday night a guy comes to me with a knife and attempts to rob me. I got away by running very hard

[@chez5943]

Is Cape Town City Center safe?

[@TheSleepbad]

Maybe some locals that deny the fact that it is dangerous forget that if you were born there or live there for a long time you automatically give of another vibe making it safer for you than for tourists. I live in one of the most dangerous places in Germany( still no comparison to SA) and never anything happened to me, but in your own city you move with purpose and confident, so you dont become the target as easy.

[@Liamisdank]

its a bit hit or miss. ive been there a dozen or so times. my dad has been robbed aswell as my grandparents( they are locals)

[@BottomLineUpFront]

It’s a shame because it’s a beautiful city

[@MultiCrispyChicken]

You just described how locals take several precautions in order to lower the chance of getting robbed and then say the city "is not super super safe" 2:55. Its funny how hard you're avoiding to call this place what is it actually is. Really fucking dangerous.

[@thespoonterer]

Haha I actually also noticed how hard this guy was trying to be non offensive and diplomatic. Which is actually cringe worthy. I have worked with and known several people from Cape town and they all agree is a total shot hole.

[@acelovesdiyschristopher7023]

​@thespoonterer I live in Cape Town. I get ur a foreigner but this is not the majority. What parts of Cape Town do they live in that's a shithole? I don't have that experience.

[@MultiCrispyChicken]

@@acelovesdiyschristopher7023 Well, a place where u have to take precautions in order not to get robbed is a shithole. You tell me where those places are. Seemed to be wherever this guy was chilling.

[@Paul-hj1vt]

I carry when I'm in SA, been useful more than once. shoot first, ask questions later, and never call the police.

[@BottomLineUpFront]

Well we were told the police won't do much (or even show up) if you did call them, so yea, you have to be prepared to protect yourself I guess.

[@rob876]

It's been illegal to carry in SA for many years now. If you shoot first then call the police, you'll be in a lot of trouble.

[@stringswithercan4770]

I am a white sweede that lives in SA and I have not been in trubble!

[@georgemcdonald649]

If you shoot someone in RSA and you happens to be white, you will be in serious trouble and will be locked up immediately!

[@rob876]

If you want to go to the beach when you're there, go with a few people and go to Boulders or one of the Cape Point beaches. These are beaches you can't get to without paying - so you're less likely to have your belongings stolen when you leave them on your towel to go for a swim.

[@philshine3388]

In short- NO it’s not safe!

[@BottomLineUpFront]

Some parts aren’t safe, but still a beautiful city!

[@philshine3388]

@@BottomLineUpFront I agree, it's beautiful, but I think it's important to not downplay to very real dangers that exist, because that lulls tourists into a false sense of security, and that can put them in harms way.

[@jessicaarendse6836]

I'm from Cape Town, I've never watched TV with a knife next to me, I've never driven with a blanket covering me or my possessions, I've never had to set the security system just to sit in my house and I've never been robbed, mugged, held at gun point or threatened with a knife. Yes there are definitely sketchy areas and you need to be more aware in these places, perhaps a little more cautious, but ignorant videos like this one paint a picture that is completely different to what Cape Town is actually like. And locals would be more than willing to tell you about places to avoid and some much less intense safety tips to know while moving about Cape Town.

[@BottomLineUpFront]

Got all of the info from locals...

[@jessicaarendse6836]

@@BottomLineUpFront Just out of pure curiosity, how many people did you speak to? And what residential area are they from because I definitely wouldn't want to live there.

[@Dunnstakenz]

Yes honestly, who you spoke to was not a representative sample at all.

[@Thabzzz]

Just because you haven't experienced anything drastic doesn't mean Cape Town is the safest place on earth bru

[@subwaysurfer5378]

No they just lying to hide the crime . The city is dangerous

[@nepalidude]

It sounds even worse than south side of Chicago. Even Oakland is safe for a legally blind guy like me who can not recognize people beyond five feet. I really want to come to Cape Town. Maybe I will sign up with an organized tour of the region. Oh my god!

[@acelovesdiyschristopher7023]

I live in Cape Town. Ull be fine if u just go to the major touristy sites.

[@cylotec333]

"Part of the experience and understanding their culture"? Women are u mad?

[@johnlouisville]

I live in the USA which is already violent enough. I can’t imagine going someplace that’s even worse than here.

[@kyle4391]

Haha USA is childs play to this. Places like SA, suburbs aren't even safe.

[@subwaysurfer5378]

Cape Town is a lot less safe than one might think

[@BottomLineUpFront]

Agreed, it’s beautiful though 😍

[@burtgaming5857]

I get mixed signals from people about Cape Town’s safety. Some people say it’s safe and some people don’t. At this point I don’t know who to believe.

[@BottomLineUpFront]

We made this video just to give people a heads up, we loved Cape Town but wish we’d known about the safety before we went. We’ve been twice now, it’s an awesome city, you just have to be careful about your surroundings. The city knows of the problem, they are working to improve.

[@telmoska]

I lived in cape town for ten years and never experienced such security issues.

[@burtgaming5857]

Telma Figueiredo From What I’ve seen Of Cape Town it seems like a Friendly communal City. It doesn’t seem that dangerous. But at the same time. If shit goes down you gotta be prepared. Doesn’t matter where you live.

[@SisterJanet]

Yeah, some Capetonians and South Africans get really embarrassed /defensive when you state the irrefutable truth that law and order has all but collapsed throughout much of the country. They would like to think they live in a first-world western outpost below the equator but it's all artifice. At least it is now. Cape Town is insulated to a degree i.e. the predominantly white middle-class enclaves which tourists frequent, but it absolutely is not representative of the city or country as a whole. To suggest otherwise is extremely disingenuous and dangerous. TBH the collapsing power grid and soon to follow water system is what is likely to deter tourists more than anything else.

[@subwaysurfer5378]

@@telmoska You are understating the dangers.You shouldn't go to Muizenberg beach

[@gareth6652]

One of my mates was kidnapped at gunpoint and held for ransom for over a week. Cape town is not safe even the locals get fuckt

[@michaellawson6533]

Long street is a shit hole during the day full of beggars and at night its dangerous with the dregs of humanity always watching you . Ask me , I owned a flat and lived there in Long street .

[@seanmacguire.]

If you are enjoying the night life in Longstreet just stick to where everybody is, don't isolate yourself from large groups of people Those guys won't try to rob you in front of everyone because everybody will jump them for you 😂. And on another note don't keep your valuables in loose pockets 👍🏼

[@MC-fv9no]

Found out after partying all night on Long street that it’s sketchy, nothing happened to us 😂🤷🏻‍♀️

[@gmclarenful]

The issues in South Africa are complex. First, we have a government that is more interested in enriching the members of the ruling ANC while the sizeable working-class majority live in dire poverty. This poverty and desperation, caused largely by corruption and unemployment (literally the highest in the world at 29%), ultimately aggravate the crime rates here. I love South Africa, it is the home of my heart, no matter where I might be, but I fear it will take a long time before the people of this country finally vote the ANC out of power. I fear, however, that even if they vote them out, the parties in SA are too weak and lack the know-how to turn things around. If we could turn our economy around and have good, honest governance, this country would be the greatest on the African continent.

[@jamesbedukodjograham5508]

After 29 years it is high time the ANC was kicked out of power in South Africa.

[@Fordzee]

Yeah it's important to always be aware of the people around you, cause most criminals can recognise tourists and will target you

[@ebonylady7103]

Similar crimes occur in the USA. Just read any USA newspaper. But the danger you know in your own country is less scary than the danger you don't know in a foreign country.

[@poepflater]

I'm so sorry for your experience... I'm a grey old guy, I've never been mugged.

[@BottomLineUpFront]

Well it was our friend, not us, and we aren’t going to let it deter us from Cape Town - we’re headed back in a few weeks for another visit!

[@poepflater]

@@felvr705 You lost me when you made this about race

[@BottomLineUpFront]

Sorry, your country has the 4th highest crime index of any country in the world. Cape Town specifically has moved between 9th and (currently) 15th highest murder rate city in the world. These are statistics, hard to argue with. Yes, America is dangerous too and some of our cities have even higher murder rates (St. Louis).

[@billyinwaves]

@@BottomLineUpFront You've made a mistake here. The statistics come from the wider city area, covering this vast city and some dodgy estates you'll never visit but where drug crime is rife. But the crime in the city centre is not nearly so bad - and I happily walk around on my now, even at night sometimes. For sure, you don't carry obvious signs of wealth like a camera or expensive phone. I'm 63 now. In 35 years, I've never been mugged.

[@BottomLineUpFront]

Not carrying a camera so you won’t get robbed is insane. Period.

[@kavindaaa]

"kind of part of the experience and understanding their culture" She is really showcasing how stupid humanity is. If you go to a country where they rape women on the street do we accept it as "part of their culture"? My god my head is exploding.

[@esahm373]

Americans are known for that level of ignorance. Even the Europeans laugh about Americans.

[@TerrenceIII]

5:34 That's when you bust your beer like Happy Gilmore and say "Lets do it!"

[@momlifewithkaykay6954]

I literally got robbed in my road this morning

[@ChicagoAustinDC]

Private security exists all over the US for quick response and remote monitoring. ADT is one of them

[@connordaltonmedia3226]

Although I did live in an estate and I totally understand where you are coming from, if I didn’t live in the estate with the security I had, I would’ve also watched tv with a knife, it all depends on where you life man

[@mccarey5932]

Is there still robberies in estates or are they completely safe

[@lorenzomilani9611]

@@mccarey5932 obv it depends but they are mostly safe

[@rileyramsey5797]

It’s sad that Cape Town and Joberg are dangerous because of all the foreigners living there. Not South Africans. And I don’t know why everyone is so sensitive about him saying downtown is sketchy. All downtowns are sketchy. Literally every big city the downtown area has higher crime.

[@georgemcdonald649]

It's not only in CT, it is the same all over the country. You are not safe anywhere in RSA.

[@seanmccombie6379]

can someone list the safe tourist spots to me in here below in the comments below. in Cape Town. I've been to joberg once. Any help would be appreciated

[@badger3911]

There's a lot to name. Check out a danger map

[@hospagalief]

Anywhere in the city bowl is fine , just about anywhere during the day is fine

[@acelovesdiyschristopher7023]

Pretty much the main places. Like table mountain some of the main beaches as long as u keep ur valuables out of site coz they're public not private beaches. I wouldnt bother with the rainbow houses coz besides seeing them theres bot much to do and there's many places and stuff to do that will take some time either thru driving there or is just a lot to do and looking at some funky colored houses but u can drive right by them to see them and move on. Most tourist places take steps to keep it safe coz the city relies on tourist revenue. Just keep that in mind. Even people who live in lower income areas or are poorer or in areas that aren't as safe take transportation to get to these main areas to work in hospitality etc. It's people's livelihoods to be a part of the tourist industry. Johannesburg is different its built to be a higher paying job area for people in corporate etc. Tourist stuff there is mostly going to Kruger and similar places where u might stay in a lodge in "safari" vibes where there's just the lodge it's staff guests and nearby or roaming animals. A lot of tourists once they see its not exactly like the stereotype of Africa all mud huts and aids they lose their sense completely thinking its either that stereotype or exactly like their home which isn't true. Just coz it's not all loincloth and clickey language doesn't mean u don't do ur due diligence, which a tourist might make the mistake. Then, after they don't do due diligence, start talking about the crime. All because they didn't put nuance into their thinking, only thinking of one extreme or the other. Just keep that in mind. I live there and I've never been mugged but I don't go many places after dark there's really no need. It's easier if ur going home from an event like a sports match orgoing to the store and driving in general is always a yes for safety and not walkable distances. To generalize:Do ur diligence, don't think only in extremes, stick to main tourist places, do a bit of research, and stick to day stuff which is most stuff especially if ur part of a family. South Africans love sharing our culture to foreigners even outside the country. My mom visiting Orlando wants to make pap for our yank friends. And u can ask hospitality staff they'll be completely overthe moon to tell u tips on food fun activities and just talk.

[@NgolaNalane]

The CBD is actually one of the safer areas. Try coming to the cape flats and then we'll give you something to write about

[@KILLUMINATI_MOVEMENT]

Guys it’s safe here in Cape Town, just don’t walk around at night (take Uber not just any cabs and lock your car doors when entering the Uber!!! And watch out when your cab/car stops at random red lights at night). Don’t trust anyone and let them guide you somewhere (you might get robbed!!). Carry a weapon (100%!! Every day). It’s safe here you just have to know how to live here. Stay in the busy street and only stay outside in day time in busy safe locations. The gangs will shoot you down like a dog at night! THEN check your pockets while your laying dead on the street. But it’s safe!!

[@Stayyyysilent]

It’s not safe if you have to write a paragraph on what not to do lol 😂

[@1985Haylon]

@@Stayyyysilent lol all these horror stories not making me ever wanna go there

[@rileyramsey5797]

@@Stayyyysilentit’s called sarcasm

[@dawnriddler]

basically every video on this! 😂

[@haddadth]

Some Uber drivers also rob you... So only select verified drivers 😁

[@LawrenceMkwebuchristian]

Jburg there is too much robbery but its not usually all the time that someone gets stabbed....but in capetown if you walk to the wrong neighborhood when its after around 7 then be ready for anything

[@esahm373]

Maybe its because of my "Coloured" appearance, but I did not experience any issues as a tourist walking the streets of various affluent and less affluent Cape Town neighbourhoods completely on my own with cash in my pockets? Should I have been more cautious?

[@bruhnaus]

Having been to Cape Town it is no more dangerous than any large city in the USA. Try walking the streets of LA late at night...Good Luck. South Africa is beautiful. Use your brains and you'll love it.

[@subwaysurfer5378]

Cape Town is dangerous. Stop being delusional

[@bruhnaus]

@@subwaysurfer5378 stay home then and go nowhere.

[@hospagalief]

Most beautiful place in the world but definitely 10x more street crime than anywhere in LA

[@DAC4956k8u]

Is Sea Point / Fresnay area safe? Day and night

[@rob876]

No. Stay double-locked indoors at night wherever you are in Cape Town.

[@pilotpeego1820]

Everywhere is real 'sketchy'. LOL!

[@subwaysurfer5378]

But Cape Town is more dangerous then average city

[@keithroberts2440]

Iceland, Denmark?

[@alibimac4214]

Off to Cape Town in January. Any advice people? Don’t fancy dying tbh.

[@etienne888nadeau]

Same here! How’s your experience so far?

[@King88_8]

South Africa has gone down the drain. Cape Town is one of the safest cities in South Africa. If you don't think you're safe in CT, you obviously haven't been in Johannesburg

[@pownsdev]

Just came back from a 2 week trip from cape town and i can confirm from stories that i heard from locals that joburg and durban are a lot worse. Only travelled by rental car or uber during the day and did not go outside after a certain hour unless it was in camps bay or waterfront. It is mostly safe if you know how to move, def a weird experience for a Dutch person living in a small town where i can go for a walk at 3am without a single danger.

[@King88_8]

@@pownsdevin Jhb here, old people were walking their dog here in a well off suburb, at around 2pm and got mugged by guys in a Mercedes Benz..

[@pownsdev]

@@King88_8 yeah i heard some crazy stories from locals as well while traveling, stay safe brother absolutely loved visiting your country

[@davidroux7987]

If I were a mugger I would have targeted that guy too. He radiates something that says "I'm a naïve American and I believe in human rights come and get me!"

[@BottomLineUpFront]

Nevertheless, I think anyone, no matter what they radiate, should be able to sit at a cafe and drink coffee without being held up by knife.

[@mollynoneofurbuisness3099]

Came to watch this video after seeing news of white couple vacationing and getting hacked to death...:(

[@BottomLineUpFront]

That sounds pretty terrible ☹️

[@mollynoneofurbuisness3099]

@@BottomLineUpFront agreed.

[@macaloowify]

A knife? What happened to their guns? South Africa is the ONLY African nation where citizens can own guns. And you might wonder as to why...

[@BottomLineUpFront]

Didn’t know that!

[@Crashed131963]

ALLOWED? You can be a 12 year old with a AK-47 in Africa.

[@bernardkriel1]

..its safe until its not safe ..

[@valentinventures]

4 dollars only! He didn’t even take your pack, he was being nice, you’re a lucky guy lol

[@jbezel992]

Him just showing me the knife and he is by himself. He knew you were a tourist and he could scare you. Him saying "but I have this" and just showed it the way you said would have got him a big fat nothing burger from me.

[@burtgaming5857]

Robbery isn't part of their culture it's just flat out being a criminal bro. No fucking way I would ever go to cape town, if I did I would go with a group and I'd remain in safer parts of it.

[@SuperMastaba]

I don’t think after hearing all of these, to want to visit that place any time of my life on this earth.

[@kenrehill8775]

Not so happy I’m watching this two days before I fly to Cape Town...///////

[@chemboagatha792]

Did you travel to Capetown? How did it go?

[@kenrehill8775]

@@chemboagatha792 yep had a superb time, the beaches got closed and sale of alcohol was banned but I still had a fine time. Stunning place

[@ironmuzz]

i visited the mother city a year ago. can't wait to come back!!! spent almost a week alone. was out until 11pm almost every day. Not a single problem. it's true all cities have their shady areas / individuals. check crime rates in New York for example ! the most important thing is to use tour logic & reasoning !

[@ottawop]

You had me until you tried to equate the crime risk as the same as New York. Check your facts man.

[@Eggwithsubscribers-qm4tg]

Don’t let your guard down. You were just lucky

[@rortegagc8981]

Hi! Where did you stay? Thinking of green point.

[@BottomLineUpFront]

Green Point is a good choice, we’ve stayed there twice 👍

[@ebonylady7103]

@@mcninjafull only pick pockets in NY? 😄 you must not have been to NY.

[@katierodriguez3374]

visiting cape town next month alone , now im confused if im going or not haha

[@Stayyyysilent]

Your experience? Did you go?

[@pownsdev]

@@Stayyyysilent I got back home yesterday from a 2 week trip in cape town and garden route, you need to know how to move around there. It was a wonderful place and I absolutely loved the views and there are a lot of really kind people there. Being respectful, not travelling by anything other than rental car or uber (until about like 9pm) and overall just not acting like a dumb ass tourist will get you very far. However if you are still scared places like Knysna are very safe and amazing as well to visit. Garden route is absolutely lovely and the feeling of safety was nearly always there for me.

[@pownsdev]

Bare in mind, i'm from a small town in the Netherlands (by far one of the safest countries out there in europe) so knowing the info i got from my brother who currently studies in Stellenbosch I did not come in there unprepared and oblivious to the many dangers the country has.

[@esahm373]

@@pownsdev All Western and Northern European countries rank among the same in terms of safety. Not to mention that each country, including Netherlands, have crime hotspots such as Rotterdam with the Mocro gangs.

[@pabloXL]

$5 doesnt count as being robbed. that's more like a donation.

[@eeforest7122]

what type of camera did you use to film this?

[@BottomLineUpFront]

We used the Panasonic GH5, it’s actually on sale this season for very cheap because they have a new camera, but we still use the GH5 ✌️

[@l.po.1820]

I Don't really agree with this....I wish you would have emphasized that this really counts for when its dark. Obviously you shouldn't ever flash your phone, wallet or any valuables and always be attentive and make sure you know what's going on around you. And yes, avoid certain areas (!), but over all as a tourist Cape Town is super safe during the day.

[@cryptocraig6748]

In the video these people are travelling / on Holiday but I am not getting Holiday vibes off of them. Cape Town is one of those destinations I would love to go to, to see the awe inspiring scenery. But wouldn’t go as it’s not a Holiday if you can’t relax. How can you relax being in that environment.

[@easy1355]

I will never say never, but we have travelled from the UK to SA every year, for the last 20 years, we have never been the victims of crime. Funnily, I would say I felt more alarmed about my safety in Detroit, than Cape Town. Just need to be cautious, and always remember, Cape Town is the best city in the world, but realise, It's still Africa.

[@timparlay2777]

Gotta get the billionaires to say hey you mfs gone stop acting up and we gone invest in the neighborhoods. Everybody get nice lil complexes WITH gardens! But you mfs start killing and tweekin! MILITARY MILITARY

[@easy1355]

@@timparlay2777 you ok hun.....

[@timparlay2777]

@@easy1355 we gotta eat the rich nbs

[@easy1355]

@@timparlay2777 get some help... There's a good fella

[@PickleRicksFATASSCOUSIN]

@@easy1355 no no he's got a point...

[@lucius1976]

Propably a lot less worse then Johannesburg

[@BottomLineUpFront]

Haven't really explored Jburg, but we were told it wasn't exactly the safest city either...

[@subwaysurfer5378]

This city is worse than Johannesburg

[@KILLUMINATI_MOVEMENT]

Jokes aside, carry a gun and if someone shows you a knife just show them the gun and they will just walk away. Seriously it’s like that here and that’s considered normal

[@marcusd9192]

Can people carry guns?

[@jacquiadixon7652]

That “understanding their culture” comment was kinda cringy. It’s not culture, it’s called poverty 😒

[@alexandraestepa2596]

Very interesting the video!!! Thanks for all the info.

[@BottomLineUpFront]

You’re welcome! Cape Town is still a beautiful city worth visiting, even with the crime issues in parts of the city!

[@naifhathal725]

Thanks for advice, I was planning to come with my family 😅

[@RonZSaavedra]

Hope you guys know better locations now, other than cbd/town. I wouldnt advise any group of tourists to go to town without some local friends. You guys would stick out like a sore thumb in specific areas there. Hopefully you guys have made some good local friends here. There's a lot of fun and beauty outside town. It's just not as advertised compared to the likes of V&A and Long - maybe for the better lols. Maybe rather let your local friends be your guide.

[@bigmud]

Canceled my trip.. going to Hawaii instead.. chill,relax, and spend money without being afraid.. As a black woman.. S.A. is NOT on my bucketlist.

[@BottomLineUpFront]

Just made some videos about Hawaii, we live here now! 😁

[@EdsMusic]

just went down to long street, 100% true!

[@laquishalida3569]

never heard anything safe about Cape Town and judging by heavy security, carjacking etc it will definitely be a big no-no for me, how can you enjoy your holiday having to look over your shoulder, no thanks!

[@colinwood8509]

How come it always seems to be an American.... poor take on most things but first in line to tell us how it is out there Weather’s good in Florida I hear. Crucified CT during the drought, dams 83% thanks

[@zeincexxx1285]

No, Cape Town is not like a lot of cities. Definitely not. Damn even Philly feels safer lmao

[@ronalddippenaar2381]

I was pickpocketed in London my wife was robbed in Paris. My niece had her bag with all her money, passport and other valuables stolen in a pub in London. So what's your argument? Trying to tell us there's no crime where you're from in especially the USA. The woman actually finishes her comment by saying: "makes you appreciate what you have at home" Are you people comedians and trying to tell us there's no Crime in the USA?

[@nakkadu]

She just described being constantly on edge in SA, her friend was robbed at knifepoint on his first day in Cape Town, you just heard that a local lady takes major precautions everyday and people don't even feel safe watching TV in their own homes.....yeah, maybe it's not like that in the part of USA where she's from 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@goforgold7082]

I live in a part of Cape Town. I disagree in some way, it all depends where you go. If you venture into the wrong area or am not aware of the surrounding area, things may happen. I feel very comfortable to go all over the city, no problem

[@ralfroovers6728]

It's dangerous no doubt

[@thomasneedham7912]

Nearly died twice there

[@katierodriguez3374]

what happened

[@leoaksil4085]

"Every city" naaah Example: NYC is dangerous but you can spend the night anywhere you want and it's safe, as long you stay out of co op. In cape town no, even in the beach you are at gunpoint.

[@forgetmenot1962]

i went back after 25 yrs,walked around with money in my pocket ,camera and cell phone,never ever was i ever threatened.i think the USA is more dangerous than cape town

[@subwaysurfer5378]

Stop lying.If you think Cape Town is safer than America and Europe.Then you lying to yourself.

[@miffedswift]

@@subwaysurfer5378 I see you put a comment like this one on other posts Did you have a have a bad experience in Cape Town Just curious.

[@hospagalief]

USA is more unhinged but SA has 10x as much street crime

[@RichMaciverPhoto]

Way to scare the shit out of everyone!

[@m.williams3497]

Where are y’all froM ?

[@BottomLineUpFront]

USA

[@blackcato5479]

Short answer: it's not.

[@sunelven]

Better to never visit countries or cities that don't handle the crime problems. In the end they would be forced to get rid of the problems. Tourists that go there anyway seem to accept how it is and nourish the ruling politics and the ways things are, they will remain the same and is only getting worse.. Passive protest is the best medicine. Don't go there period.

[@jamesbedukodjograham5508]

Boycotting a nation is the best situation to reduce the impact of crime on most people out there.

[@NgolaNalane]

Did she really say that theft is a part of our culture? The nerve

[@javiermacias9263]

🤣🤣 basically blacks steal and stuff in a nice way

[@thepsalms2806]

Great don't come here then poes

[@HS1891]

My three days experience in Cape Town; Witnessed a robbery in downdown middle of the day at an ATM, followed by a gang at Waterfront during evening, a security guard calmed the situation down.. to then be attacked by an aggressive taxi driver which threatened to shoot the guard too. I'd say all places in that city become sketchy as soon as it's dark. We got to learn a nice taxi driver and he just told us to not move outside after like 9PM. I liked the mountain and all, and some areas in the town, like some large park with tame squirrels etc, but this crime issue is way too large.

[@BottomLineUpFront]

That’s exactly what we were told, just don’t go outside after dark, unless it’s just a few meters to a restaurant or something.

[@igypop.]

worst advice you can get

[@BottomLineUpFront]

Think you meant *worst

[@igypop.]

@@BottomLineUpFront Ooops!

[@igypop.]

@@BottomLineUpFront I have an advice for you for Cape Town (or; Kaap mey bru, as we call it), carry a gun, shoot first and do not ask any questions - that advice is good for most of Africa.

[@tebogo743]

Cape Town is safe compare to here in Johannesburg. Daylight robbery is a daily sport here

[@BottomLineUpFront]

We didn't spend much time in J-burg, but we did hear that it's a whole different ballgame than Capetown.

[@tebogo743]

@@BottomLineUpFront It certainly is

[@franclinduckstra4217]

@@tebogo743 I had transit at J-burg airport in the evening. Even at the airport somehow I didn't feel at ease. My limited experience in CT gave me the feeling that when it gets dark only the waterfront area Northwest from Radison red is fairly safe to walk to a restaurant. Outside of this area, I felt only safe going by Uber to the door of restaurant, and then scanning before getting out who is at the street. This was 2 years ago

[@bogosisedie351]

Cape Town is extremely safe compared to Johannesburg

[@BottomLineUpFront]

That’s what we’ve heard.

[@denisewilliams1113]

This is a very helpful video 📹

[@BottomLineUpFront]

Glad it helped!!

[@estebancarpentier5402]

im going to cape town next week

[@BottomLineUpFront]

Enjoy!!

[@Sabundy]

Most Westerners are used to? This comment is odd to me given the large number of sketchy places in Western countries. I'm curious is the East side of Chicago safe? Or South Central LA? How about a whole bunch of places in the US deep South or Detroit? Are these places safe and non sketchy for the average person to walk around? Now I'm not sure exactly what you mean by "westerners" because that's such a broad term and it's often not clear who is being referred to. Does it include Americans? Because I would think lots of Americans are used to crime in certain parts of their country. Or how about the Swedes who have the highest gun crime and rape rates in Europe? How about Londoners with the knife 🔪 crimes and acid attacks that have happened a lot over the recent past. Are these westerners? Is Cape Town safe? No. As a Capetonian I would say no. But I do just find that statement weird.

[@lovesyaya]

Got robbed in Johannesburg on day one with fire inside hotel and went very careful in Cape Town

[@tawandakyle5155]

Same thing happened to me in Italy

[@Van_Wilder]

Started off promising but failed with the overall message and narrative of the vlog. Cape Town isn’t as dangerous as what you make it out to be (as long as you avoid certain areas ie CERTAIN (not all areas). I am truly sorry for what happened to your friend in Long Street. My guess is that he simply presented himself as an easy target (a mistake all of us have done at least momentarily when visiting a new country for the first time)…or the person who robbed you was drugged-up and unhinged which often is the case with these homeless street-beggars, common to that part of town (doesn’t make it any less dangerous for you guys, I’d agree) Regarding your local friend who takes all those precautions when driving or going to sleep at night…I guess it’s not a bad idea for anyone to take these precautionary measures but I can assure you that it’s a small percentage of people that lives this way. (The driving precautions she practices as a female i can fully get behind as it’s common sense however sleeping with a knife under a pillow is definitely not the norm) I have travelled to many countries around the world and am the first to say that there are many many countries and cities that just gives off that immediate feeling of being safe (CT is not one of them but at the same time, it doesn’t at all scream DANGER)…most countries I’ve been to you can walk around late at night, some even at 2 or 3am alone feeling completely safe. So if that’s your bench mark then yeah, CT is nowhere near as safe to anything you’ll come across in some other countries. Maybe because I grew up my entire life in CT, I’m being a little unfair and biased as I hardly ever feel unsafe when going about my daily routine, be it during the day or when driving late on the roads at night. Don’t get me wrong, I’m well aware of the dangers that CT presents and which parts to avoid etc definitely not being naive. Perhaps that is true for any local in any city around the world - you’d probably get a similar answer from the locals living in New York, Chicago, Detroit, Baltimore or Atlanta. Perhaps also why I find Rio de Janeiro to be home away from home for me because of all that danger (sketchiness as you put it) For me that makes the city that much more alive and exciting. For the record, Rio is definitely not one of those cities one can walk alone at 2am at night unless if you’re out partying in Centro (downtown) but that’s a whole nother level of sketchiness 😂 but I love it nonetheless. It’s unfortunate this seems to be everyone’s view on the topic of safety regarding Cape Town - I do hope you come back and give CT another chance someday. Ps: to truly get a better understanding of your question….ask 10 people and you’ll easily get 10 different responses on whether or not CT is safe for tourists.

[@adhamhmacconchobhair7565]

My aunty is going with a group to build schools

[@BottomLineUpFront]

That sounds like a cool thing to do! ✌️

[@ChicagoAustinDC]

Hahaha robbed at knife point 😂😂😂😂

[@fsjungle244]

I stay in cape town and its funny how everyone just talk about our crime😂when we are also one of the most beautiful cities, just you need to know the places and know when to b alert and when u dont have to be.....wish i couldve showed you places you will never see in another country....

[@subwaysurfer5378]

Well Cape Town is dangerous don't say it's safe.

[@fsjungle244]

@@subwaysurfer5378 i didnt say its safe...just you must know your place where you are

[@fsjungle244]

@Trevor Hux omp

[@ayeshaganief6857]

America is more unsafe than S A thank u dont speak on a country u do not know Cape town is a beautifull fum city full of adventure and joy. Yes crime does happen depending where u are and if alone then u could be a target just like in any other country in the World. Be safe & kniw your surroundings people tend to walk talking on phones or msg well then u will be a target due to not taking note of whats happening around u. PROUDLY CAPETONIAN LOVE MY CITY. ❤

[@aaronmcbride2950]

Videos like this make me laugh, they use a camera to film Capetown to tell people not to show their cameras in Capetown.